Published at 23rd of November 2020 05:14:07 PM
Chapter 111
hapter 111 : Well Done, Your Majesty
Nothing had changed from the Empress Palace . That’s what Evelyn, the owner, realized the most . Something only possible if this place was cared for by meticulous care and caring hands without missing a single day .
And in this Palace, there was only one person who could enjoin it .
“Everything is still the same . ”
“I thought that’s a good thing…… . If you come back one day, it would be nice if this place still has a familiar sight”, said Fabian, looking a bit shy .
He was displeased with his gawky gesture . Even though at a time like this, it would be nice if he said something else that more heartfelt, but Fabian still had trouble dealing with his feelings .
Evelyn pondered for a moment as she watched Fabian’s sheepish look, wondering if he had ever been like this in the past?
“It seems Adrian also loves this place . ”
Evelyn nodded slightly . In fact, as soon as Adrian arrived at the Empress’s Palace, he ran around through the well-decorated garden until his face was flooded with sweat .
Sadly, Adrian was still in the process of detoxifying the demon’s poison, so he had to go to sleep immediately after being examined by Sir Philip .
“He will definitely get better . Sir Philip said he’s getting better now . ” Fabian comforted her after he noticed a slight shadow on Evelyn’s face . “In a few days, you may find yourself sleepless while playing with your child . ”
“I hope so,” Evelyn said, smiling with hope .
“If Sir Philip allows, I’d like to give Adrian a black hawk . ”
“He’ll be so happy . But don’t tell him in advance . If you do, there will be a scene . ”
“Yes… . . I guess . ” Fabian agreed .
Evelyn then realized that they were both standing in front of the terrace . They forgot to sit down as they sauntered the Empress’ Palace, which was no different from the past .
“I …” Evelyn blurted the end of her words . She shuddered a little, giving him a hint .
Fabian soon grasped what she was thinking . However, he seemed to hesitate for a moment without moving his steps, contrary to Evelyn’s thought .
“Well, you’re the owner of this place . ”
It was a new remark .
“So…can you give me a cup of tea?”
Fabian must have hesitated to say that . Evelyn soon nodded with a light smile . The Empress’ Palace was just like her memory as if she just left yesterday . That’s how Fabian took care of it . So, she was glad to serve him a cup of tea .
“Please come in . ”
“Okay . ”
Evelyn went to the parlor, which was right next to her bedroom . The sharp-witted Nora had already boiled the water and put it there, then she disappeared .
Fabian walked to his favorite spot . A beautiful, elegant sofa cushion, which could easily be seen outside the window, welcomed him .
“Wait a minute . ”
There was an embarrassment engraved on Fabian’s face when Evelyn started unpacking her own tea sets; instead of sitting down, “No, that’s… . sorry, I didn’t mean to have you make it yourself …… . ”
He just asked if he could spend more time in the Palace, but he didn’t mean to order Evelyn to unpack the tea sets . But with a graceful gesture, Evelyn brought tea, “I know . ” and sat down in front of Fabian .
It was a good thing if she didn’t have to do it herself . But sometimes, there were times when she wanted to .
“The tea is fragrant . ” Fabian savored a sip of tea instead of saying thank you .
Evelyn did the same and said, “Well, it’s because someone kept the tea leaves here . ”
Abruptly, a friendly smile smeared Fabian’s lips . Seeing him holding a teacup on the seat he enjoyed sitting, Evelyn suddenly felt the illusion as if she went back to the past .
“Your Majesty, it seems you really like sitting there,” asked Evelyn, breaking the silence .
“Do I?” Fabian replied casually . As he liked this spot since it was the only place he could lean on Evelyn’s shoulders or knees and attach his eyes on her after his exhausting daily life .
“Yeah, when I looked back, I thought you were always sitting there . ”
“……Because this is the only place where I can sit side by side with you . ” Fabian seemed to have been quite daring in recent years . It was obvious to see him boldly spit out words that could make Evelyn blushed .
“And I don’t really like it when I have to sit face to face with you like this . ”
His blunt words made Evelyn’s tongue numb . Fabian’s honesty left her speechless . However, Evelyn wasn’t brave enough to sit by Fabian’s side at this time . It wasn’t just a matter of seating position . There were still many things that they hadn’t decided yet .
“Your Majesty… … There’s something I want to ask . ”
Fabian nodded when Evelyn threw out the words that she had put in her mind .
“I know that you’ve promised that you will protect my child and me . That’s why I believe you and have come this far . ”
Evelyn came here, to the Imperial Palace, because she saw Fabian’s sincerity . However, when she returned to the Empress’ Palace, her mind was filled with the same worries .
“You said you would make me an Empress again . ”
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“Yes . I won’t change my mind . I will proceed with it as soon as possible . ”
“And Adrian… becomes the Crown Prince of this Empire . ”
“That’s also for sure . ”
Adrian was still young . But Fabian also became a Crown Prince at the age of three . Now that Fabian had recognized Evelyn as his only wife, it was a natural procedure, as he said . Especially when Fabian had already publicly called Adrian the Crown Prince .
“If … . if Adrian becomes the Crown Prince …… Will he have the same growth period as Your Majesty?” Evelyn’s blue eyes looked straight at Fabian . Leaving Fabian’s side anyway could not guarantee Adrian’s life . So, she left this choice to him . As Evelyn chose her child’s life above all else, so the rest was up to Fabian .
“According to the law, yes . As an imperial family, I don’t know any other way either . ”
Hearing that, Evelyn bit her lips without realizing it .
“So, I will follow your opinion . ”
Evelyn’s eyes grew wider at that moment .
“I know . You don’t want Adrian to grow up like me . ”
Blinking, Evelyn slowly closed her eyes then opened them again . Was it possible to do that?
“I will deal with the rules and the backlash from the nobles . ”
Fabian took on a difficult burden . There would be a backlash, as it was against the roots of Imperial tradition .
“That child… . let’s raise him, in a way that you think is right . ”
“Are we really allowed to do that?” asked Evelyn again .
Fabian nodded slowly .
“If I … … If I say I’ll raise him myself until my child grows up, is it okay?”
“If you think it’s right, sure is . ”
A relief enveloped Evelyn until her body went limp . Fabian thoughtfully reached out and grabbed her arm . There were some things that didn’t change over time . And one of them was a moment like this when they both looked at each other through their eyes .
“What I was longing for until I wanted to turn back time is the warmth of this body . ” Fabian gently pulled Evelyn’s arm and sat her beside him .
“So I decided not to repeat the same mistakes . ” Fabian drew his own conclusions, yearning for and regretting the Empress’s Palace without Evelyn’s presence .
“I’m… … still having a hard time . ” Fabian reached out and caressed Evelin’s hair affectionately . “There are so many things I don’t know how to do . ”
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Frankly, in Evelyn’s eyes, the figure of Fabian who honestly acknowledged his flaws seemed unfamiliar… but warm, at the same time .
“In that case, I decided to ask you . ” Fabian stroked her hair and rubbed her cheeks softly . Evelyn was still trembling when their bodies touched like the first day they met . “You can teach me how to do it together . ”
His eyes gleamed eagerly, and he continued, “You don’t have to think about the world or other people’s views . It’s my part to handle it . You only need to think about the three of us . ”
Evelyn stared at Fabian’s eyes, locking her glance . If she was her old self, Evelyn wouldn’t accept his offer . The Empress position was something she shouldn’t have . But now Evelyn happily nodded, “Sure, I will . ”
“Yes, That’ll do . ”
“But you have to be prepared . Now …… I’ve become a very selfish and greedy woman”, she whispered softly .
The pain of loss had taught Evelyn something previous . Now she wouldn’t live her life just to be a wise Empress .
It didn’t matter what her future nickname was or what people might think about her . Such things were nothing but trifles compared to the warmth that was given by the person beside her .
Fabian smiled gently, looking at her, “I’m glad to hear that . ”
“Really? You’ll often get into trouble because of me, Your Majesty . ”
“Well, It’s much better than you who always keep silent . ”
Fabian wasn’t the only one who was awkward . Just as him, who reflected in Evelyn’s eyes, she felt the same as well .
Evelyn had never imagined before how difficult it would be to meet, marry, and live a different life with other people .
“For Adrian’s sake, I can’t keep silent . ”
Evelyn’s expression remained still . Fabian nodded at her sight, holding Evelyn’s hands tightly, “Now, don’t be afraid of anything … … even to me, even though I’m an Emperor . ”
Evelyn was aware, she wouldn’t be able to live freely in this Imperial family . But Fabian promised the best freedom he could give .
“I wasn’t afraid . ” Evelyn whispered and grinned, “Since a long time ago…… I never afraid of you . ”
Honestly, in her previous life, Evelyn was afraid of Fabian’s cold expression and inhuman insight . He was like a different person than her, and Evelyn seemed unable to pursue him even though she had studied hard her whole life .
Moreover, the scariest thing was, Evelyn couldn’t tell what kind of world light was in his eyes .
“Instead, I was upset and angry with you . And there were moments when I felt sorry for Your Majesty . ”
That was the first thing Fabian had heard of since he was born . Evelyn’s unexpected words surprisingly comforted him .
“You can do that . No, it’s only you in the world who can do that . ”
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Only in Evelyn’s blue eyes, Fabian could live as a man, not an Emperor or a powerful King . Instead, the shining Emperor’s crown would only deter him from Evelyn’s embrace .
“Your Majesty…” Evelyn shook a little when Fabian suddenly crawled into her arms . But he didn’t stop, leaning his head on her delicate shoulder, despite the look in her eyes expressed one of surprise .
Evelyn’s unique body scent next to him, which was sweet and nostalgic, gave him a sense of comfort .
“Hold on… . . ”
“Let me stay like this for a moment . ” There was a tender strength in his voice as he spoke . Fabian wrapped his arms around her slender waist so that Evelyn couldn’t push him away .
“But…”
“Haven’t you always been generous to the servants and maids who took care of the Empress’s Palace?” Fabian said that all of a sudden .
“What does that have to do with now?”
“If you want me to tell the truth, it’s me who took care of this Palace while you were gone . ”
Evelyn doubted her ears . Was the Emperor asking her to show generosity in return for taking care of her Palace?
“What are you saying now…… . ”
“I think I deserve to get a prize,” Fabian said, something that really blatant, then he buried his head deeply in Evelyn’s neck . “Don’t tell me I’m worse than the Imperial Palace’s servant……”
Evelyn tried hard to hold back her laughter .
For the first time, Fabian looked like a little boy . Somehow, she felt sorry and a little regret for always scolding Adrian for being spoiled and stubborn .
“Alright, then . ”
As was her habit, Evelyn patted Fabian’s head, which was resting on her shoulder gently, without realizing it .
She did the same thing when she needed to calm Adrian . But surprisingly, Fabian hugged Evelyn’s waist tighter, as if he liked her compliment .
“Thank you for taking good care of my Palace . ”
Fabian nodded small, still leaning to Evelyn . The Imperial Emperor often received praise without asking . But looking at his innocent, happy face over something simple . Evelyn wanted to compliment him one more time .
“Well done, Your Majesty . ” Evelyn caressed Fabian’s head softly for a while .
Fabian, with his eyes closed, enjoyed the sweet afternoon moment .